Have you been wanting to up your shelf decor game? Though often overlooked, shelves are an opportunity to strike a balance between functional storage and fashionable display!

If you’re looking to make your house more memorable, here are four tips for curating shelves that are stylish and creative.

1. Form & Function

First, consider your current shelving situation and determine if it’s time for an upgrade to the overall aesthetic. If you don’t have built-ins, there are tons of different options that are easy to install, from floating shelves to open box shelves. Wood and glass are popular to use because of their versatility, though you should have a sense of how you’ll decorate your shelves before picking out materials.

2. Show Off Books

If you read on a Kindle or tablet, the reality is that your collection of books may not be seeing the use it once did. The good news, however, is that the books still look good on your shelves. Rather than putting the entire collection out in the living room, there’s a much stronger design impact if you choose a handful of books that are visually pleasing or mean the most to you. If you have a vintage record collection, that works just as well.

3. Go Green

Houseplants can provide the perfect sense of balance amidst your other objects and artifacts. Cacti or succulents are fun and low-maintenance options that work especially well if you’re going for just a few select items in a clutter-free space.

4. Exhibit Your Art

Give your home the feel of a gallery with a selection of artwork displayed on the shelves. Whether it’s handmade pottery, sculptures, or framed pictures that are leaning against the wall, this can be a surprising use of space that feels sophisticated. It’s far from just using it as a place to store everyday odds and ends.

There you have it! We hope you found these shelf decor tips helpful! For more home decor & design tips and how-to’s, check out some of our other blog posts below!

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